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Operations•by Cindy Brauer•September 14, 2010

Certifications Promote Industry Professionalism

Fleet industry credentials, such as NAFA’s CAFM and the American Public Works Association’s CPFP, showcase the specialized skill sets required of technicians who work on today’s complex automobiles and equipment.

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Operations•by Staff•September 14, 2010

New Anti-Graffiti Trucks Added to City of Oxnard Fleet

Used to help clean up graffiti in public areas, the City of Oxnard, Calif.’s two new anti-graffiti trucks will help work crews continue to clean up the city.

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Telematics•by Shelley Mika•September 14, 2010

GPS Cuts Washington County Vehicle Misuse & Boosts Productivity

The Tennessee county uses GPS tracking devices to make big improvements, monitor employee behavior and productivity, and reduce unauthorized vehicle use.

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Equipment•by Thi Dao•September 14, 2010

Keeping Grounds Maintenance Equipment in Top Shape

The City of Torrance, Calif., Fleet Services division discusses grounds maintenance equipment and emphasizes the importance of having close relationships with the user department.

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Police•by Mike Scott•August 23, 2010

How to Recondition a K-9 Police Vehicle

A k-9 companion in a police vehicle introduces additional areas of concern to overall vehicle cleanliness and resale.

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Maintenance•by Shelley Mika•July 20, 2010

Utah Extends Vehicle Cycling to Lower Fleet Costs

Relying on hard data, Utah increased replacement limits to 105,000 miles, a move that resulted in significant savings for the fleet.

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Operations•by Bradley Kelley•July 20, 2010

Getting the Most from Your Fleet System

When implementing a fleet system, fleets commonly focus on basic features to meet core needs, missing such valuable tools as warranty management, shop scheduling, flat-rate labor times, parts inventory stocking, and reporting.

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Fuel•by Cheryl Knight•July 20, 2010

How to Perform a Fuel Reconciliation

Managing fuel inventory remains top of mind for government fleets around the globe. Performing regular fuel reconciliations will help managers fully account for what they’ve paid for.

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Equipment•by Stephen Bennett•July 20, 2010

How Do Fleets Dispose of ‘Yellow Metal’?

Fleets share best practices in disposing of off-road equipment — the backhoes, graders, rollers, etc., commonly known as “yellow metal.”

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Operations•by McCorkhill, Alley, Weichman, and Hunt•June 30, 2010

Bright Ideas: Leadership

Government Fleet’s Public Sector Fleet Managers of the Year represent a valuable resource of industry expertise, best practices, and front-line skills. Four recognized leaders share recommendations and advice in meeting the challenges government fleet managers face today.

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